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$248+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Heathrow (LHR)

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CHI — LHR
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Chicago to London Heathrow are usually found in February or September, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Heathrow

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Heathrow (LHR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$597
(Iberia)

One-way from

$257
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$687

Good round-trip deal

$684 or less

Good one-way deal

$451 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-London Heathrow flight deals.
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From Chicago (CHI) to London Heathrow
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($198 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/265:18 pmORD - LHR
1 stop10h 02mIberia
Tue 3/2511:55 amLHR - ORD
Nonstop8h 50mIberia
Deal found 1/21$587
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/227:15 pmORD - LHR
2 stops20h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/77:05 amLHR - ORD
2 stops15h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/21$589
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/227:15 pmORD - LHR
1 stop17h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 1/316:00 amLHR - ORD
1 stop15h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/21$592
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/47:30 pmORD - LHR
1 stop10h 25mIcelandair
Tue 4/89:25 pmLHR - ORD
1 stop26h 55mIcelandair
Deal found 1/21$596
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/228:35 pmORD - LHR
Nonstop7h 55mFinnair
Tue 4/297:30 amLHR - ORD
1 stop16h 20mFinnair
Deal found 1/20$598
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/42:08 pmMDW - LHR
1 stop10h 42mAir France
Wed 3/129:10 amLHR - MDW
1 stop14h 08mAir France
Deal found 1/19$618
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/272:08 pmMDW - LHR
1 stop10h 42mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 2/412:20 pmLHR - MDW
1 stop11h 51mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/20$620
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2411:42 amORD - LHR
1 stop14h 08mBritish Airways
Mon 3/318:15 pmLHR - ORD
1 stop24h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$624
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/45:15 amORD - LHR
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/1812:15 pmLHR - ORD
2 stops24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$625
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/59:10 pmORD - LHR
Nonstop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/101:45 pmLHR - ORD
1 stop32h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$627
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/2810:53 amORD - LHR
1 stop13h 37mAir Canada
Thu 2/66:50 amLHR - ORD
2 stops13h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$628
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/17:00 amORD - LHR
1 stop16h 55mJetBlue
Sat 2/88:25 amLHR - ORD
1 stop15h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 1/21$630

Find flights from Chicago to Heathrow within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Heathrow that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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ChicagoLondon

ORD - LHR

ORDLHR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/26

5:18 pm-9:20 am

1 stop10h 02m

London Heathrow

Wed 3/26

1:50 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop8h 50m

$587

ChicagoLondon

ORD - LHR

ORDLHR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/2

7:40 pm-11:25 am

1 stop9h 45m

London Heathrow

Fri 3/7

7:50 am-2:00 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$595

ChicagoLondon

ORD - LHR

ORDLHR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/6

7:40 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops14h 45m

London Heathrow

Thu 3/13

7:05 am-6:50 pm

2 stops16h 45m

$599

ChicagoLondon

ORD - LHR

ORDLHR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/7

6:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

London Heathrow

Tue 2/11

8:40 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$610

ChicagoLondon

ORD - LHR

ORDLHR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/4

11:35 am-11:50 am

2 stops18h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 2/18

6:50 am-7:55 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$618

ChicagoLondon

MDW - LHR

MDWLHR

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/4

2:08 pm-6:50 am

1 stop10h 42m

London Heathrow

Wed 3/12

9:10 am-6:18 pm

1 stop14h 08m

$618

ChicagoLondon

ORD - LHR

ORDLHR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/2

5:00 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop7h 50m

London Heathrow

Tue 2/11

3:45 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop9h 00m

$619

ChicagoLondon

MDW - LHR

MDWLHR

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/4

2:08 pm-6:50 am

1 stop10h 42m

London Heathrow

Tue 3/11

9:10 am-6:18 pm

1 stop14h 08m

$623

ChicagoLondon

ORD - LHR

ORDLHR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/11

7:20 am-8:30 am

2 stops20h 10m

London Heathrow

Tue 3/18

7:25 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$626

ChicagoLondon

ORD - LHR

ORDLHR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/1

7:00 am-5:55 am

1 stop16h 55m

London Heathrow

Sun 2/9

7:25 am-3:43 pm

1 stop14h 18m

$630

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Heathrow in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-London Heathrow Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-London Heathrow Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-London Heathrow Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-London Heathrow Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-London Heathrow Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Heathrow

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Heathrow from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Heathrow

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Heathrow including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport (average of $661). Flying from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,137). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to London Heathrow Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Heathrow. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to LHR are scheduled on a Monday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

Rainfall in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Heathrow Airport ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit London Heathrow Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Heathrow Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Heathrow. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Iberia, Air Canada and Delta from Chicago to London by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.6
Good
1,286 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.5
Good
1,600 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.5
Good
665 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Heathrow. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport is Iberia. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $597 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Scandinavian Airlines and Icelandair, starting at $599 and $610 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Icelandair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $271. JetBlue flights start at $274 while deals on WestJet start at $329 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport on time: Aer Lingus (70%), Iberia (68%), American Airlines (66%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,527 for a flight from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $391 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - London Heathrow) is currently priced at $461.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Reykjavik?

    Hallgrímskirkja, Harpa, and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are currently the most popular points of interest in Reykjavik at the moment. Hallgrímskirkja, Harpa, and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool can be accessed by traveling approximately 23.2 mi, 23.3 mi, and 24.6 mi, respectively from Reykjavik Keflavik Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Reykjavik can rent one for about $51 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Dublin?

    Dublin travelers tend to visit Molly Malone Statue, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and Merrion Square more than any other notable places. Molly Malone Statue, St. Patrick's Cathedral and Merrion Square are located about 5.8 mi, 6.1 mi, and 6.0 mi, respectively from Dublin if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dublin can rent a car from Dublin for about $20 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to London Heathrow Airport flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Heathrow that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Heathrow flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Heathrow?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Heathrow.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Heathrow?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Heathrow by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport (average of $661). Flying from Chicago to London Heathrow Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,137). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Heathrow

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Heathrow. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$381Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$451Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IcelandairCheapest$471Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$507Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$516Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air CanadaCheapest$554Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FinnairCheapest$568Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$570Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$577Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$581Average$836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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